The next stage of our restoration

The successful completion of the major structural restoration means that we can now begin phase 2 of the integral conservation work at Winchester City Mill.

To ensure that City Mill can cope with future flood events, such as that which struck the building over the winter of 2014, we will now be undertaking flood resilience measures, in partnership with the Environmental Agency and Winchester City Council. This is to guarantee the future of this ancient and unique part of Winchester’s heritage.

In the meantime, it’s back to business as usual.

Winchester City Mill Milling once again

National Trust/Christo Nicolle

Winchester City Mill Milling once again

The waterwheel, millrace and island garden are open, as well as the fully restored mill floor which houses our hands-on interactive activities. We have also resumed our weekly milling demonstrations which can be enjoyed every Saturday and Sunday, 11am-3pm, and Wednesdays during the school holidays. The Mill shop and the South Downs Gateway are also open daily from 10am.

Re-live City Mill's restoration project

Re-watch our 2018 major restoration work to save Winchester City Mill with our time lapse video footage. See into the bowels of the building and watch intricate repairs being made to oak beams that haven’t see the light of day for decades.

There's lots of family fun to be had at Winchester City MillNational Trust/Christo Nicolle

The future of Winchester City Mill

This work gives us a great opportunity to improve the facilities here, with a focus on expanding our education offer. Please continue to support these future projects and buy a £1 National Trust raffle ticket from our designated raffle volunteers or visitor reception.

We hope you can join us as this hidden gem begins a new chapter in its history.